1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2009 Ford GT
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z9. (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2009 Ford GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z9 | GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
